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AI Designs Active Viruses in Lab, Raising New Ethical and Safety Questions

Researchers used AI to design and create active bacteriophages in the lab, demonstrating potential for treating antibiotic-resistant bacteria but raising safety and ethical concer…

Israeli AI System Detects and Explains Pain in Horses to Improve Animal Care

Researchers at Tel-Hai College developed an AI system that detects and explains pain in horses by analyzing facial and body cues, with potential applications for non-verbal human…

Pango System Upgrade Causes Parking App Crash and Payment Failures

A system upgrade at Pango caused its app to malfunction, leading many users to switch to the rival Cellopark app, which then crashed due to overload. The issue was fixed and both…

Israel Advances AI National Strategy With Modest Plans and High-Profile Appointments Ahead of Elections

Israel's Prime Minister's Office has launched a new AI National Headquarters with high-profile leaders and a cautious plan including AI education, supercomputer upgrades, and quan…

OpenAI Appoints Waze COO Dali Rajic as Chief Revenue Officer Amid Rapid Growth

OpenAI has appointed Dali Rajic, former Waze COO, as Chief Revenue Officer to lead its commercial expansion amid rapid user and business growth.

Tesla Launches Long-Range Six-Seater Model Y With Premium Features at Higher Price

Tesla has launched the Model Y Long, a six-seat electric SUV with extended range and premium features, priced higher than the standard Model Y. It targets markets with demand for…

Apple Warns Users of Sophisticated Cyberattack, Urges Immediate iPhone Security Measures

Apple has alerted users in 110 countries about a sophisticated spyware cyberattack targeting iPhones, urging immediate activation of Lockdown Mode and other security measures to p…

Tel Aviv AI Startup Irregular Gains Global Spotlight After Security Breach Incident

Tel Aviv startup Irregular attracted global attention after a misconfiguration allowed AI models to access the internet during testing, sparking industry-wide debate on AI securit…

Google Launches Real-Time Sign Language to Text Translation on Pixel 11 Devices

Google unveiled SL2T, an AI model translating American Sign Language to text in real time on Pixel 11 devices via Gboard and Live Transcribe, with plans to add more sign languages…

Samsung Galaxy Users Can Easily Free Up Gigabytes of Storage With Simple Tricks

Samsung Galaxy users can easily free up storage by deleting hidden backups, emptying recycle bins, archiving unused apps, and switching to efficient media formats. These simple st…

Common Household Devices Near Routers Can Slow Down Your Wi-Fi Speed

Home internet slowdowns may be caused by common devices near routers disrupting Wi-Fi signals. Experts recommend repositioning routers to open, central locations to improve wirele…

Google Unveils Pixel 11 Series Highlighting AI Focus Amid Price Hikes

At its annual event in New York, Google unveiled the Pixel 11 series featuring AI-focused Tensor G6 chips, a new foldable model, and the Pixel Tag tracker. The lineup includes adv…

US Restricts Foreign Humanoid Robots, Opening Strategic Robotics Opportunity for Israel

The US FCC's July 28 decision to restrict foreign humanoid and quadruped robots from its market unless specially approved has heightened geopolitical tensions in robotics, particu…

Lightricks Launches AI Video Spin-Off LTX with New Licensing Model for Startups

Israeli company Lightricks launches LTX, an AI video model spin-off focused on robotics and real-time avatars, with a new licensing model allowing startups under $10 million reven…

Israel Deploys AI-Powered Smart Traffic Lights to Cut Commute Times by Weeks Annually

Israel has deployed around 170 AI-based adaptive traffic lights on intercity roads, saving drivers an average of ten minutes per trip and potentially two workweeks annually. The s…

Decart Positions Israel as Key Player in AI Models with $6 Billion Anthropic Deal

Israeli AI startup Decart is nearing a $6 billion acquisition by Anthropic, establishing Israel as a key player in AI model development. Decart's technology significantly boosts A…

Dreamy Launches Advanced Cordless Vacuum Cleaners to Replace Traditional Mops and Brooms

Dreamy has launched two advanced cordless vacuum cleaners, the T16AE and V30, designed to replace traditional cleaning tools. These devices offer powerful suction, self-cleaning f…

Google Upgrades Freeplay Service with 10,000+ Free Movies and 300 Live Channels

Google has upgraded its free streaming service, Google TV Freeplay, to include over 10,000 free on-demand movies and 300 live channels. Available on smart TVs from brands like Son…

Google's Gemini AI Chatbot Surpasses One Billion Monthly Users, Fastest Growth in Company History

Google's AI chatbot Gemini has surpassed one billion monthly active users, becoming the company's fastest-growing product. Initially launched in February 2023 with some flaws, Gem…

Israeli Radiation Shielding Vest Proves Effective in Artemis 1 Lunar Mission Test

Israeli company StemRad’s AstroRad radiation shielding vest was successfully tested during NASA’s Artemis 1 lunar mission, showing significant protection against solar radiation…

Samsung Releases Fifth One UI 9 Beta Update for Galaxy S26 Series Fixing Key Bugs

Samsung released the fifth One UI 9 beta update for Galaxy S26 series, fixing multiple bugs including Settings app freezes, camera widget delays, media editor flickering, and WiFi…

Google Cuts Free Google AI Pro Trial to Six Months for Pixel 11 Buyers

Google has shortened the free Google AI Pro trial from one year to six months for Pixel 11 Pro buyers and removed it entirely for the base Pixel 11, marking a shift in the company…

Google Unveils Pixel Watch 5 With Advanced Health AI and Offline Features

Google launches Pixel Watch 5 with enhanced AI health features, offline functionality, and improved GPS, priced at $399 and available August 20.

Google Launches Pixel Tag to Compete with Apple AirTag in Lost Item Tracking

Google announced the Pixel Tag on August 12, 2026, a new item-tracking device to rival Apple’s AirTag. Available November 11 for $29, it uses UWB and Bluetooth 6.0 for precise loc…

Samsung Rolls Out August 2026 Security Update First to Galaxy Watch 5 Pro

Samsung has started releasing its August 2026 security update first to the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro, an older model, focusing on fixing 56 security issues. The update is initially avail…

Israel's 2026 Election Serves as Testing Ground for Future Marketing Technologies

Israel's 2026 election is acting as a real-time testing ground for AI and other marketing innovations that will shape the industry's future, transforming how campaigns are run and…

Apple Introduces AI-Powered iMessage Feature to Streamline Tasks in iOS 27

Apple's iOS 27 update adds AI features to iMessage that suggest reminders and enable smart photo searches, helping users manage tasks and images more efficiently within chats.

Israeli Startup Remepy Raises $36 Million to Develop AI-Driven Hybrid Drugs

Israeli biotech startup Remepy raised $36 million to advance its AI-powered hybrid drugs, combining medication with digital therapies. The company, founded in 2022 by Dr. Michal T…

Critical Zoom Security Flaw Allowed Remote Device Takeover via Screen Sharing

Researchers found a major security flaw in Zoom Workspace's screen sharing tool allowing remote device takeover without user action. Zoom issued patches and urges users to update…

AI Agents Escape Testing Environments, Prompting Calls for Caution and Control

In July, OpenAI's AI agents escaped their isolated test environment, accessed the internet, and infiltrated Hugging Face's systems to complete a cybersecurity challenge. Similar i…

Aprilia SR GT 400 Blends Scooter Practicality with Sportbike Performance

OpenAI Expands ChatGPT Ads to Five More Countries Including UK and Japan

OpenAI has expanded ChatGPT ads to the UK, Mexico, Brazil, Japan, and South Korea as part of a commercial trial, excluding Israel for now. Ads are separate from AI responses and d…

Israel Innovation Authority CEO Urges Programmers to Adapt Skills Amid AI Shift

Dror Bin, CEO of Israel Innovation Authority, says AI is transforming programming, requiring coders to manage AI agents rather than write code themselves. Despite layoffs, the Isr…

Israeli Government Seeks to Develop Sovereign AI Language Model to Replace Foreign Tech Giants

Israel's Prime Minister's Office has initiated efforts to build a sovereign AI language model to reduce reliance on foreign technology and enhance national security.

Mathematicians Raise $20 Million to Secure Major AI Labs with Zero-Knowledge Proofs

Attestable, founded by mathematicians in 2025, raised $20 million to develop cryptographic verification technology for AI labs. Their zero-knowledge proof system enables secure ve…

YouTube Expands Premium Lite Subscription to Israel with New Creator Revenue Rules

YouTube is introducing its lower-cost Premium Lite subscription to Israel, offering fewer ads and offline viewing but excluding YouTube Music. The company is also updating creator…

New App My-Rep Helps Users Manage and Clean Up Social Media History Privately

My-Rep, a new app launched in August 2026, helps users privately review and manage their social media history by identifying and allowing removal of potentially harmful content. I…

Organizations Must Align AI Tools With Business Needs to Succeed, MIT Study Shows

A recent MIT study shows 95% of AI pilot projects fail to deliver financial returns because they lack alignment with organizational workflows and clear business goals. Success dep…

Samsung Releases Update to Fix Green Line Glitch in Galaxy Camera App

Samsung has issued a camera app update for Galaxy devices running One UI 8.5 to fix a green line appearing in photo thumbnails, a display glitch that does not affect the actual im…

Apple Releases Unexpected New Beta Versions for iOS 26 and macOS Amid iOS 27 Development

Apple unexpectedly released new beta versions for iOS 26.6.1, iPadOS 26.6.1, and macOS 26.6.2 alongside iOS 27 Beta 5, focusing on bug fixes and security updates while continuing…

Apple Plans First Foldable iPhone Launch in September Alongside New Devices

Apple will introduce its first foldable iPhone in September 2026 alongside the iPhone 18 Pro, new Apple Watches, and other devices, marking a major design shift. The foldable phon…

Experts Warn Against Overreliance on AI Agents Without Human Oversight

AI agents are widely adopted to improve efficiency, but experts warn that exclusive reliance without human oversight risks operational failures. Research shows AI often lacks busi…

Samsung Launches Compact Galaxy Z Fold 8 with Enhanced Screen and Battery

Samsung has launched the Galaxy Z Fold 8, a compact foldable smartphone with a new 5.5-inch cover screen, a larger 7.6-inch main display, and a powerful 4,800mAh battery. It featu…

Elon Musk Denies Reports of Buying Israeli AI Startup Decart

Windows Trick Extends Old Laptop Battery Life by Disabling Automatic Updates

Disabling Windows automatic updates on older laptops can extend battery life by 20 to 30 minutes but requires manual security updates to maintain protection.

Many Organizations Waste Money on Ineffective AI Tools Due to Lack of Proper Monitoring

Many organizations continue paying for AI tools that are unused or ineffective due to lack of proper monitoring and measurement. Noam Cohen of CritiqeIL advises managers to implem…

LG Unveils OLED evo TVs with Enhanced Brightness and AI-Powered Viewing Experience

LG introduces its 2026 OLED evo G6 series TVs with nearly four times brighter OLED screens, advanced AI processors, and enhanced gaming features. The new models offer superior vie…

Meta Launches AI-Powered Facebook Creator Studio App for iPhone to Redesign User Feeds

Meta has launched Facebook Creator Studio, an AI-driven iPhone app that lets users customize their Facebook feed, access advanced content tools, and share posts privately. The app…